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Flight deals from New York Newark to Panama City

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark Airport to Panama City? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 568 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Panama City.547 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 547 €, select.
Panama City.553 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 553 €, select.
Panama City.553 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 553 €, select.
Panama City.553 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 553 €, select.
Panama City.553 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Thu, 11 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 553 €, select.
Panama City.553 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Fri, 29 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 553 €, select.
Panama City.553 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 553 €, select.
Panama City.554 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Mar, returning Thu, 8 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.
Panama City.554 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.
Panama City.554 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.
Panama City.554 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.
Panama City.554 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.
Panama City.554 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.
Panama City.555 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 555 €, select.
Panama City.555 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb, returning Wed, 24 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 555 €, select.
Panama City.556 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 556 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Panama City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Panama City flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from 602 €
Jul
from 568 €
Aug
from 547 €
Sep
from 553 €
Oct
from 553 €
Nov
from 553 €
Dec
from 555 €
Jan
from 553 €
Feb
from 555 €
Mar
from 553 €
Apr
from 572 €
May
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Direct flights from New York Newark to Panama City

Alternative New York Newark to Panama City routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York Newark to Panama City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Panama City Paitilla

5km from central Panama City
Closest
from 1.713 €
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Balboa

5km from central Panama City
from 704 €
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Panama City Tocumen International

18km from central Panama City
Cheapest
from 547 €
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New York to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found547 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Panama City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Panama City: Panama City Paitilla, Balboa and Panama City Tocumen International.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Panama City is 547 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to Panama City.
Copa and United fly direct from New York Newark to Panama City.
As of June 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from New York Newark to Panama City.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Panama City is usually August.
If you're flying from New York Newark Airport, the cheapest airport near Panama City is Panama City Tocumen International – which is 17.9 km away from the centre of Panama City. We've found flights into this airport from 547 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Panama City on Wednesday, 5 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 16 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Panama City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Panama City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Panama City, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is October, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City.

Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Panama City: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City.

  • Panama City and New York (where Newark Liberty International Airport is located) are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most traveled route, with ten weekly flights to choose from. You can travel from EWR to PTY at 09:35 with United Airlines.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your EWR to Panama City flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • Direct Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City tickets are available for booking. Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is where you'll complete your journey.

  • Book your ticket with United Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from EWR to Panama City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central New York, EWR can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Searching for a hotel close to EWR? If you're boarding an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to Newark Liberty International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Panama City

  • 249 € is currently the best price for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City flight. Return plane tickets start at 547 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from EWR to Panama City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City ticket.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from EWR to Panama City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Save on your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Panama City

Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • The distance from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:

  • For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from EWR to Panama City.

Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)

  • The centre of Panama City is about 6 kilometres from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB). Once your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 10 minutes.

  • The journey will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near BLB. Settle in and get cosy after your EWR to Panama City flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Get the lowest price by booking your ride from BLB one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Panama City

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City. To avoid the crowds, visit Panama City in September.

  • When booking your Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EWR to Panama City around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Panama City

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Panama City right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Panama City:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are major attractions which should be on every Panama City itinerary.

Explore more of Panama

  • Panama City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Panama just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres west of Panama City, a trip to David will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia, Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden.

  • Another favourite destination in Panama, Santiago de Veraguas is roughly 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City. Make time to visit highlights including Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas.

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